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LeFante Law Offices

Criminal Defense


If you’ve been arrested for a crime, your career, relationships, and freedoms – in fact your entire future – could be in jeopardy. You need strong, effective defense representation. A dedicated criminal lawyer in central Illinois, James P. LeFante of LeFante Law Offices understands the seriousness of every case he handles. He and his associates believe that everyone accused of a crime deserves a strong defense and are determined to do everything possible to succeed for their clients.

LeFante Law Offices represents clients charged with a wide range of crimes, including:

  • DUI
  • Drug crimes
  • Violent crimes
  • Weapons charges
  • White-collar crimes
  • Sexual assault
  • Theft
  • Traffic offenses, and
  • And other misdemeanors and felonies.

LeFante lawyers are aggressive at trial, skilled in negotiation and work diligently to achieve the best possible outcome for every client. When representing you, James P. LeFante and his associates closely review each piece of evidence and search for the answer to any unanswered questions:

  • First, we obtain every police report related to the accusation. We also subpoena the 911 and dispatch recordings.
  • We visit the crime scene, take photos, interview witnesses, take measurements and listen to our client’s side of the story.
  • Our investigative techniques are highly effective because, more often than not, they reveal inconsistencies in the police investigation.

LeFante Law Offices begins preparations long before the actual trial starts. We understand that cross-examination requires intense preparation and thoughtfully conceived and executed trial strategy. We examine the case from every angle, including how the police and prosecution view it. These highly effective strategies are designed and implemented along with our nearly two decades of courtroom expertise.

Central Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney

If you have been charged with a crime, fight for your rights with trusted, experienced criminal defense representation. Contact the Peoria criminal defense lawyers at LeFante Law Offices at 309-999-1111 for a consultation. Or contact us electronically using this online form.






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Always Superior Service

Jim has handled a few legal matters for me from divorce to lawsuits. He has always provided superior service. I would recommend Jim to anyone who needs a high quality attorney.

Joe Fleming

Jim and his team of professionals were amazing to work with! They were professional, courteous, respectful, and very knowledgeable. I ended up being referred to them by another lawyer, who spoke very highly of LeFante Law Offices. If it wasn’t for their hard work, I believe my case would have taken a significantly longer amount… Read more “Joe Fleming”

Joe Fleming

Jeffrey Cecil

Great firm and wonderful people to work with. Jim and his team worked on my case til we received the final result we were looking for. I wouldn’t ever use a different firm for anything.

Jeffrey Cecil

Suzanne Ferguson

Jennifer and Jamie were great and helped me get what I deserved following a car accident. I would recommend LeFante to anyone.

Suzanne Ferguson

Mark Hanley

I would recommend Jim Lefante to anyone needing representation. He represented our Neighborhood Association for a property claim that we felt would end-up as a loss if we took it to court. He was professional and prompt in handling the case for us, and we received a settlement above our expectations….. Thank You again to… Read more “Mark Hanley”

Mark Hanley

Nancy Hawk

Mr. LeFante and his staff were outstanding in their handling of our college-aged son’s criminal defense. They were able to accomplish an alternative to prison, and in fact were able to achieve and exceed all of our expectations in this matter. It is very reassuring to know that Mr. LeFante is always there for us… Read more “Nancy Hawk”

Nancy Hawk

Alphonso Alexander Jr

Tom Norman and Amanda are two people I learned to trust. They handled my work comp case like a champ. I got back more than they offered. I was a very difficult client but they always knew how to calm me down. I called in disgruntled, agitated and very impatient and they kept it personal… Read more “Alphonso Alexander Jr”

Alphonso Alexander Jr

Excellent Communication

James and his team did a great job on my cases. They kept me informed, and every time I had a problem they were there to answer it. I will use them anytime I need a lawyer. The office staff is the greatest, they knew what was going on and could help me with anything… Read more “Excellent Communication”

Tray P

Very attentive and just such a relief to have in your corner. Down to earth staff. Not snooty at all. Would definitely recommend them.

Tray P

Michael Kemp

I was dismayed to watch a policeman hand my wife a traffic ticket after she swerved into another car to avoid striking a man who had exited his vehicle on a bridge. As a former chief of police I knew my wife needed a good attorney to fight this moving violation, so I contacted the… Read more “Michael Kemp”

Michael Kemp
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